The Bemidji Lions Club is sponsoring a contest for local BSA Scouts to create a piece of art with a message. They are encouraging students aged 11 to 13 to participate by creating a peace poster.

The posters will be collected and judged in an international contest. This contest has been going on since the ’80s, but this is the first time Bemidji Scouts will have the opportunity to participate now that they are sponsored by the Lions.

One winner will then advance to the district level. There will be three local winners and the prize for first place is $100.

By — Betsy Melin